<B>E-Commerce Program Scheduled for Vegas</B>

The American Forest and Paper Association, along with Papercast, will be holding a conference on e-commerce in the paper industry Feb. 5-6 in Las Vegas. The meeting, called “e-Commerce in the Paper Industry: Achieving Critical Mass,” will cover topics such as how e-commerce will change the way  the paper business operates; how will e-business affect customer relationships; and how standards help jumpstart e-transactions.

The program will be broken out into two sessions. On the first day the conference will revolve around the business implications of e-Commerce. The second day will focus on the need for standards and key issues in their development.

Sponsorship and exhibiting information may be obtained by contacting Allison Bolick or Chantelle Morman at (800) 959-3276. Registration information may be obtained by faxing a request form to (319) 277-3783.